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2018 NFL Draft: Breaking down the top need for each team

By Peter Panacy

NEW YORK - APRIL 26: A ball and helmets are seen in front of the podium prior to the start of the 2008 NFL Draft on April 26, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
NEW YORK - APRIL 26: A ball and helmets are seen in front of the podium prior to the start of the 2008 NFL Draft on April 26, 2008 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /
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ATLANTA, GA – NOVEMBER 12: Anthony Brown #30 of the Dallas Cowboys breaks up a pass intended for Mohamed Sanu #12 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on November 12, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA – NOVEMBER 12: Anthony Brown #30 of the Dallas Cowboys breaks up a pass intended for Mohamed Sanu #12 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on November 12, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

team. 123. . Cornerback. . Dallas Cowboys.

The Dallas Cowboys were forced to overhaul huge chunks of their defense last season, particularly in the secondary.

Additionally, cornerback Orlando Scandrick is 30 years old and might be destined towards more of a safety role sooner than later. And with second-round NFL Draft pick Chidobe Awuzie both inconsistent and oft-injured this season, looking at a true No. 1 corner should be on Dallas’ radar.

And No. 1 corner Anthony Brown has struggled all year, owning a 59.5 Pro Football Focus grade.

The Cowboys may want to start thinking about replacing tight end Jason Witten at some point, considering he’s 35 years old. And it wouldn’t hurt to find some depth along the offensive line.

Still, the secondary should get the most attention.